10 fact of Joe Cole

VIVAnews - Got rumored to be moved to Arsenal, Chelsea and agile wing England, Joe Cole finally chose Liverpool as his new port.
Here are 10 interesting facts about Joe Cole as quoted by the Daily Star: 1. Joe began to seize the attention while still a child when it scored seven goals from eight junior British team of Spain in one match.
2. Manchester United had offered 10 million pound transfer when he was aged 16.
3. In 1999, Cole became the West Ham team that won the FA Youth Cup (with Michael Carrick, Manchester United midfielder now) by beating Coventry City 9-0 on aggregate in the final pass.
4. Cole's debut with the senior West Ham against Liverpool at Anfield in February 1999. At that time, the position 2-2 before he was replaced on 80 minutes by Gavin Holligan
5. Being the captain of West Ham at the age of 21, beginning in 2003, but he just moved to Chelsea in May. No other cause for the Hammers relegation despite reaching 42 points, the biggest points Raihan team in the era of the Premier League relegation
6. In the 2004/05 season, Cole scored the only goal in Chelsea's Premier League victory in two meetings with Liverpool. But, he could not prevent the Reds displacing Chelsea in the Champions League semi-final.
7. Cole is also a decisive victory in 2007 in the Champions League semi-final first leg of Liverpool. Yet again, Liverpool eliminated Chelsea.
8. During seven years at Chelsea, Cole won three Premier League trophy and two FA Cups.
9. Cole has 56 times for England at senior level and scored 10 touchdowns.
10. Cole married the former model and the contestants 'I'm A Celebrity', Carly Zucker on June 20, 2009. They already have one daughter, Ruby in March 2010 • VIVAnews

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Absolutely the Game

Tottenham Hotspur 2 - 1 Chelsea: Spurs grab Champions League pole spot to dent Chelsea title hopes

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Published Date: 18 April 2010

By Mike McGrath

JERMAIN Defoe and Gareth Bale blew the Barclays Premier League title race open with goals against Chelsea – and also put Tottenham back in the Champions League places.

Defoe tucked away from the penalty spot for his 24th of the season after John Terry handled in the area, then Bale followed up his midweek goal against Arsenal with another before the break.

Terry's miserable evening, after being involved in a ve

 

rbal spat with a supporter at half-time, was capped off with a sending off for two bookings.

Frank Lampard pulled one back, but it was too late for Chelsea.

United's victory in the Manchester derby cut into Chelsea's lead and also favoured Spurs in their hunt for fourth place as they knew a victory would take them back above City – and within a quarter of an hour they were ahead.

Roman Pavlyuchenko fired over from the edge of the area and also had an effort blocked by Alex – but Harry Redknapp's men were not made to wait long for their opener.

They were denied penalties when Defoe appeared to get his shirt pulled by Terry and when Bale went over John Mikel Obi's challenge, then Phil Dowd pointed to the spot after the third appeal. Pavlyuchenko stepped over Bale's cross and Terry leant in with his arm, enough for Dowd to award a penalty.

Defoe stepped up and sent Petr Cech the wrong way.

It got worse for Chelsea as Mikel picked up an injury and was replaced by Michael Ballack in the 34th minute.

Bale doubled the lead just before the break when he cut inside Paulo Ferreira and beat Cech at the near post.

Lampard almost pulled one back immediately, but Heurelho Gomes pulled off a save at full stretch.

There was drama at half-time, starting with Terry's spat with a fan.

Ancelotti's response was to use his remaining substitutes at the break, with Nicolas Anelka and Branislav Ivanovic coming on for Joe Cole and Ferreira, but Didier Drogba then pulled up injured just before the restart. With all of Chelsea's substitutes used, Drogba had to hobble back on.

Defoe had a chance to extend the lead in the 50th minute when Pavlyuchenko played him through, but Cech was down to save the one-on-one opportunity.

The feisty atmosphere went up a notch when Lampard and Tom Huddlestone clashed, leading to the Spurs player getting booked and Deco being cautioned for his role in the aftermath.

Terry was also cautioned for bringing down Pavlyuchenko when the Russian was running at goal. He got his marching orders 23 minutes from time, with his second foul on Bale.

Bentley almost added another but his cheeky lob was tipped over by Cech and there was also time for Gomes to deny Drogba from close range and for Lampard to pull one back in stoppage time.

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John Terry Make Chealsea Win

By Alex Dimond

30 Jan 2010 20:12:00

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You couldn't script it, could you? John Terry will wake up on Sunday to see his name plastered across the front pages of the newspapers, with further revelations set to come out about the various 'transgressions' (as Tiger Woods might call them) in his private life. But at least the 29-year-old will be able to console himself by turning to the back pages, where his name will also adorn the headlines — this time for all the right reasons. It speaks volumes for his character — on the pitch, at least — that Terry was able to shut out the expected abuse he received at Turf Moor ("Same old Terry, always cheating" being the favourite) to put in the sort of disciplined defensive performance that his side have always relied on him for. His late goal — his first away from home for the club in two years – earned his side a crucial three points against a determined Burnley side, points that give his side a crucial four-point advantage over their two nearest rivals, Arsenal and Manchester United, as they prepare to face off against each other on Sunday.
The subdued reaction to his goal was about the only indication of how much current events are already beginning to weigh on Terry personally, although his team-mates showed their solidarity with their beleaguered captain as they all came over to offer their congratulations.

The 2-1 win was just about deserved for Chelsea, as Burnley once again proved what a tough team they are to visit. Nicolas Anelka's opening goal, after good work from Florent Malouda and Joe Cole, looked like sending Chelsea on their way but the team had to show good character to restore their advantage after Alex had contrived to hand Steven Fletcher an easy opportunity to equalise.

The final whistle signaled the completion of a perfect January for the Blues — five wins from five in a month where the absence of the side's African contigent (the club could have played Didier Drogba at Turf Moor, but opted not to) was supposed to derail their title bid.

Instead, they have re-asserted their credentials.

"It's a testament to the squad and the lads how we've done while they've been away," Frank Lampard said after the game.

"It's a very important stage in the season, and we're in good form. Today we had to show a little bit of grit, after they pulled level, and we did that."

While being careful not to endorse Terry's off-field activities, before and after the game both Carlo Ancelotti and his assistant Ray Wilkins were keen to re-affirm that the whole squad still have faith in their captain.

"He's a fantastic player, every game he plays very well and also tonight he played an important part for us," Ancelotti said.

"That is his private life, this is about work and we don't have to say anything. He is very professional, a fantastic captain. All of Chelsea support him and his family."

The coming days, even weeks, are not going to be pleasant for the Chelsea No. 26, but he will take some comfort from Saturday's result. At a ground where both Arsenal and Manchester United failed to win, this had the feel of a defining game in the title race.

The England captain (although that might not be for too much longer) is sure to face more tough times ahead.

But at least for now his team-mates, manager and the club's fans can be assured of something they probably already knew; that no matter how bad things get off the pitch, it won't affect Terry where it matters to them most — on it.

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Didier Drogba

As a team that is decorated with a galaxy of stars, a lot of expectations rest on Côte d'Ivoire as African nations eagerly anticipate their quest for maiden glory at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ next summer.

And the side's star players are not shy about their desire to be counted among the early tournament favourites. Côte d'Ivoire became the third African side to book their place at South Africa 2010 thanks to a goal by their inspirational captain Didier Drogba, whose sole strike was enough to send the Elephants to their second successive FIFA World Cup. FIFA.com caught-up with the Côte d'Ivoire captain following their FIFA World Cup qualification en route from Malawi in Blantyre.

FIFA.com: You scored the vital goal that took Côte d'Ivoire to the 2010 FIFA World Cup to cap what has been a flawless campaign. How does it feel to qualify for the first ever FIFA World Cup on African soil?
Didier Drogba: First of all, I want to say this is a collective effort. Everything we achieve, we do it as a team. That goal was important, not just for me, but for the rest of my team-mates. We are happy to be part of this World Cup, we are very proud to be here. We believe this is an opportunity for Africans to show what they can do to the rest of the world. This is a period whereby we all have to be proud of being Africans. We know that this World Cup will change a lot of stereotypes about Africa; it will educate people more about this beautiful continent.

A lot will be expected from you and the team at South Africa 2010.
People expect a lot from us now. We have been winning games, we are playing good football. From a personal point of view, I just want to do well and help the team achieve its goal. We don't play for individual glory, but for that of the team. At the World Cup, we won't only be representing people of Côte d'Ivoire, but also millions of African people. We are not there to add the numbers, we are coming to the World Cup to compete.

People say this is the best time for an African team to qualify for the semi-finals or even win the FIFA World Cup. Do you think Côte d'Ivoire can achieve that feat?
I have to say that this is going to be a big challenge, but we are really motivated for this one, it's a special project for us. We know it won't be easy. There are great teams like Brazil and Germany who have been winners of the World Cup in the past.

My friends and I want to make history in South Africa, we want to change the way people see Africa. This World Cup is a great honour for the African people. It is a huge honour for us African people to play at this World Cup, on African soil. Now what is left is for us to work together in making Africa proud. What is important is that we have to change the image of Africa, we have to show the rest of the world what Africa can do. We have capable teams like Ghana, Egypt, Cameroon and Côte d'Ivoire who have some of the top players in the world. Let's wait and see after next year and we will revisit that subject.

What about the hosts, South Africa?
When I started playing international football, South Africa was a very strong country in Africa. Like any other team, I think they are going through a rough patch. But we saw their performance at the [FIFA] Confederations Cup; they did very well during that competition.

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Tottenham beat Chelsea ?

By Alan Dawson:

Cockney coach confident of claiming result at Stamford Bridge...

Paternal trainer Harry Redknapp has assured his Tottenham Hotspur players ahead of the club's trip to Chelsea on Sunday that his side have the capability and talent to rid themselves of a Stamford Bridge hoodoo that has seemingly jinxed their recent results.
Furthermore, the former Portsmouth and Southampton boss believes the new positive mental attitude that Spurs can brag will only remedy their cause against the Blues.
Tottenham, aside from a loss against Manchester United last weekend, have begun the season in thrilling fashion, and aim to bounce back from the defeat to the Red Devil's.
On their abysmal form at the Bridge, Redknapp remained unworried. He told the Daily Mail: "You get different players. If you ask Wilson Palacios about Tottenham's record with Chelsea he wouldn't have a clue, would he? Sebastien Bassong wouldn't have a clue.
"I don't think it'll be a case of 'we can't beat Chelsea'. We'll go there and it's another game, a game against a top, top team."

Nuisance box-player Didier Drogba has proved a useful foil against the toughest of defences since his switch to the west Londoners from Ligue 1 side Olympique Marseille, but Redknapp stated the Lilywhites have the answer in Ledley King.
"When he's [Drogba] playing as he is he really is an unbelievable powerful striker," the Tottenham boss added.
"He's very instrumental in what they have achieved. Under Jose Mourinho he was that frontman who was so difficult to stop.
"Ledley's in great form, Ledley's strong and quick as well so it'll be two powerful players against each other. So I'm sure he'll know he's in a game."

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